by Molen & Associates | Jul 12, 2026 | Tax Planning
Every taxpayer has the right to arrange their affairs to pay as little tax as the law allows. That’s not a tax shelter — it’s a legal principle. But there’s a meaningful spectrum between “standard planning” and “will cost you...
by Molen & Associates | Jul 9, 2026 | Bookkeeping
Accounting method is one of those business decisions that feels technical and dry until you realize it can shift tens of thousands of dollars in taxable income between years — and that changing it after the fact requires IRS permission. For most small businesses, the...
by Molen & Associates | Jun 28, 2026 | Small Business
If you own a business — especially an S-Corp — and you’re paying for business expenses out of pocket, you may be handling reimbursements in a way that costs you more than it should. An accountable plan is a simple IRS-approved structure that lets you reimburse...
by Molen & Associates | Jun 21, 2026 | IRS Representation
Most people assume that once a few years have passed, old tax returns are safe. That’s mostly true — but the exceptions matter, and some of them have no limit at all. Understanding the statute of limitations on IRS audits tells you how long you need to keep...
by Molen & Associates | Jun 21, 2026 | Tax Planning
Statute of Limitations: How Long the IRS Actually Has to Audit YouOne of the most common questions we hear is:“How long do I need to keep my tax records?” or “How far back can the IRS go?”The answer depends on something called the statute...
